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MPs launch inquiry into NPPF

May 1, 2014

Ministers have launched an inquiry into the impact of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) after finding that planning performance targets could be "d…

CIH brings together social housing experts at Housing 2014

May 1, 2014

The Chartered Institute of Housing will hold its annual conference and exhibition – Housing 2014 – on June 24 to 26 at Manchester Central.

Banner boss steps down

May 1, 2014

Richard Werth, ceo of Banner Homes, has stepped down from his post following CALA Group’s acquisition of the company in March.

Labour attacks Get Britain Building schem

May 1, 2014

Shadow housing minister Emma Reynolds has criticised the coalition’s Get Britain Building scheme, stating that the prime minister has "broken his promise…

HCA reports "robust year of delivery"

May 1, 2014

The Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) has achieved "another strong year of delivery", meeting or exceeding its key output targets for 2013/14, it said last mo…

Crest scores third Wandsworth site

Crest scores third Wandsworth site

May 1, 2014

Crest Nicholson has acquired a new site in Putney – its third development in the borough of Wandsworth.

Industry can improve public relationship - Hopkins

May 1, 2014

Housing minister Kris Hopkins has pledged to help the industry improve its relationship with the public and local government and to help housebuilders showcase…

Sales boosts for Persimmon and Countryside

April 16, 2014

Strong trading performances continue, with Persimmon and Countryside Properties both reporting impressive sales increases.  

Cabe picks new chair

April 9, 2014

Pam Alexander has been appointed as the new chair of Cabe at the Design Council.